Beef Quote by William Bligh
“Beef also was difficult to be procured and exceedingly poor; the price nearly sixpence farthing per pound.”
About This Quote
Source Diary: Voyage of the Bounty, 1789
Acquiring meat was hard and the quality was low, making it very cheap per pound.
In simple terms: Meat was scarce, cheap, and low quality.
Key Takeaway
Seek better supplies or adjust expectations.
Themes
economics
food scarcity
logistics
Mood
practical
reflective
Type
historical
practical
When to use this quote
- maritime provisioning
- expedition budgeting
- crew morale
- trade negotiations
Key Concepts
supply chain
price elasticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How did low food quality impact the crew?
- What alternatives could have been pursued?
A Different Perspective
Cheap, poor meat may affect health and morale.
